Justice committee  Yes, sir.

Justice committee  If I may, I will start with the first part of your question. In our view, it is not a tax. This bill actually specifies that judges must follow the overall sentencing principles, meaning the totality principle and the principles of general deterrence and specific deterrence. So

Justice committee  In our view, it does not apply. Let us turn to the practical side. In most provinces, there is the option of community service programs. They have the so-called fine option programs. The provinces that don't have those programs have other measures. In practical terms, we feel tha

Justice committee  I can give you some concrete examples. For instance, in Newfoundland, there is the option of paying in instalments. If the offender does not pay the surcharge on the spot, they can do so over a certain period of time. Other provinces have similar programs. Once again, in our vie